All Obituaries

Barbara E. Adams, 100, of Westborough, entered into rest on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at her home at Whitney Suites, The Willows. She was the wife of the late Bertis H. Adams and was adored by her large circle of family and friends. Born in Winthrop, Barbara was the daughter of the late Harry and Anna (Hoffman) Goldstein. She was predeceased by her two sisters, Betty Fogel of Winthrop and Ruth Gootkin of Newton, later of Detroit. She was raised and educated in Revere and lived in Newton for...

Leila Elizabeth Barclay “Betty” 100, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Ferndale, WA with her daughter and son-in-law by her side.   Betty was born October 6, 1923, to John W. Brown and Margaret (Duff) Brown, the oldest of 6, in Suffern NY. She grew up on the family apple farm in Monsey, NY.  After graduating high school, she studied at Vassar Brothers Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY and became a registered nurse.  Betty...

Ilda Ruiz Engle, born April 5, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas, peacefully departed this life on Easter Sunday morning, March 31, 2024, at Beaumont Nursing Center in Westborough, Massachusetts after bravely battling Parkinson’s disease and vascular dementia.  Ilda and her husband James shared a special, loving relationship, even before their marriage on 5.6.78. Rarely apart, they brought much joy and love to each other and to their family. Ilda was a wonderful...

M. Virginia “Ginny” Brault, a beloved Hopkinton piano teacher, choir director, and organist, died peacefully on Friday, March 29th, 2024, Good Friday.  She was born on May 14, 1927, a daughter of the late Clarence G. and Phyllis N. (Arnold) Verdi.   A gifted pianist, Ginny opened her piano studio at her home in Hopkinton. Over the years, countless students took piano lessons and participated annually in the National Guild of Piano Teachers auditions.  Each...

Beverly Ann Eva Chartier Farmer, 92, of West Brookfield, MA, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She devoted 68 years of marriage to her beloved husband, Robert Farmer, who tirelessly cared for her, especially during her sunset years. Born in Worcester, Bev was the daughter of the late Arthur and Zora (Walsh) Chartier. She graduated in 1950 from Commerce High School and attended Clark University in Worcester, MA.  While raising her two children,...

Catherine E. Ward, 87, of Westborough, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Dodge Park Rest Home in Worcester. Born in Westborough she was the daughter of the late James and Mary (Haven) Ward. She was raised and educated in Westborough and was a graduate of Westborough High School. Catherine was employed as a secretary at Wilson Meat Packing Company and then for St. Johnsbury Trucking prior to her retirement. She has been a lifelong resident of Westborough and loved horses and...

Olivia Caitlin Colby, of Westborough, passed away on March 21, 2024. Olivia was the daughter of William and Staci (Sleeper) Colby of Westborough.  Olivia's services will be held at our Upton Funeral Home location. For her complete obituary, service details and online tribute, please visit the following link: Obituary for Olivia C. Colby | Pickering & Son Upton Funeral Home

Irene M. Bellerose, 91, of Westborough, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the Marlborough Hospital. She was the wife of the late Dr. Gilbert A. Bellerose. Born in Lakewood, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Jennie (Dzekowski) Marosek. She was raised and educated in Lakewood and was a graduate of Lakewood High School. She also attended and graduated from Ohio State University. Irene was an elementary school teacher and taught military service members children in...

Bonnie (Ann) McDougal White, age 81, formerly of Ramsey, NJ, sadly passed away on March 19, 2024, at Brigham and Women’s Memorial Hospital in Boston, MA. Bonnie was born in Buffalo, NY, the daughter of Elliott and Jane (Heath) McDougal.   After being awarded a full scholarship, Bonnie graduated from The Park School of Buffalo, NY in 1960.  These were some of her happiest days, creating cherished and long lasting memories.  During this time, she studied abroad as...

Robert H. Taylor, 45, of Shrewsbury, formerly of Westborough, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 17, 2024, at home. Born in Framingham, he is the son of Kathryn R. Welsh of Millville and Harry V. Taylor, Jr. of Westborough. He was raised and educated in Westborough and was a 1996 graduate of Westborough High School. He also attended and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Rob loved music and was a talented musician and...